About HSUWA
HSUWA is a specialised union of health workers in Western Australia.
We are a growing union, organising and campaigning for better pay and conditions and careers for our members.
Our Vision
A trusted and influential union of Western Australian health workers, collectively achieving stronger, fairer work conditions and a better health system.
Our Purpose
To empower our members to advance their collective interests through organising, support, advocacy and influence.
Our Values
Care - Caring is central to our identity.
We advocate for improvements to our health system, to make it more sustainable and keep it universal and safe.
Empowerment - We empower workers to be union
We support members to gain knowledge, speak up, campaign and take action.
Excellence - We seek to excel in our performance
We are progressive in our approach to change and focus on ongoing education and innovation.
Integrity - We act with integrity and are accountable for our performance
We strive to ensure our members are treated fairly and their working lives get better.
Unity - We are stronger when we are united.
We are a powerful force when we work together, and our diversity makes us stronger.
Union Officials and Staff
Secretary – Naomi McCrae Assistant Secretary – Adrian Barrett Richard Barlow, Lead Organiser Alex Biddle, Communications Officer Kathleen Callison, Reception / Admin Assistant Katie D’Souza, Membership Officer Karen Heal, Enquiries/Industrial Officer Tim Jager, Organiser Naomi Kefford, Lead Industrial Officer Michael Lee, Industrial Officer | Vickie McKay, Organiser Pam Marcano, Industrial Officer Cheryl Potkura, Business Manager Katrina Robertson, Organiser Stephanie Smith, Enquiries Officer Charlie Studsor, Industrial Officer Carla Swiderski, Organiser Kate Tribble, Organiser Neru Tuiavii, Internal Organiser Melissa Wagner, Senior Organiser |